Anybody know what brand torque wrench is in the AI barrel kit? Or a suggestion for a high quality wrench for swapping barrels on the Badger? I want a nice kit but Im not paying a grand for it just so it will say AI on it.
Wrench for action wrench
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I'm going to show my ignorance here, but sinclair's sells barrel vises and actions wrenches. I haven't seen one that is a torque wrench though.
I'm going to show my ignorance here, but sinclair's sells barrel vises and actions wrenches. I haven't seen one that is a torque wrench though.
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There is a video on youtube that shows exactly how to change the barrel on an aw and I think it gives the specs on what ft/lb torque wrench is required. I would think you could easily use a snapon, mac or even a decent one from sears if needed. I bought a snap on for torqueing my rings and bases. I would also like to know which one you choose because I have an ae coming next week.
There is a video on youtube that shows exactly how to change the barrel on an aw and I think it gives the specs on what ft/lb torque wrench is required. I would think you could easily use a snapon, mac or even a decent one from sears if needed. I bought a snap on for torqueing my rings and bases. I would also like to know which one you choose because I have an ae coming next week.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: rundm</div><div class="ubbcode-body">There is a video on youtube that shows exactly how to change the barrel on an aw and I think it gives the specs on what ft/lb torque wrench is required. I would think you could easily use a snapon, mac or even a decent one from sears if needed. I bought a snap on for torqueing my rings and bases. I would also like to know which one you choose because I have an ae coming next week. </div></div>
yes sir I am aware of the video, I was wondering which brand ya'll would recommend to give the most accurate torque-ing capability.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: rundm</div><div class="ubbcode-body">There is a video on youtube that shows exactly how to change the barrel on an aw and I think it gives the specs on what ft/lb torque wrench is required. I would think you could easily use a snapon, mac or even a decent one from sears if needed. I bought a snap on for torqueing my rings and bases. I would also like to know which one you choose because I have an ae coming next week. </div></div>
yes sir I am aware of the video, I was wondering which brand ya'll would recommend to give the most accurate torque-ing capability.
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Hunter any torque wrench will work, the only stipulation is that you must have a socket that will fit your action wrench.
here is a decent value torque wrench
http://www.compperformancegroupstores.co...ory_Code=Torque
or go to your local Lowe's or Home Depot and they should have Torque wrenchs, i know Sears does as well
Hunter any torque wrench will work, the only stipulation is that you must have a socket that will fit your action wrench.
here is a decent value torque wrench
http://www.compperformancegroupstores.co...ory_Code=Torque
or go to your local Lowe's or Home Depot and they should have Torque wrenchs, i know Sears does as well
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Thanks Austin, I was thinking of getting the digitork from Sears they accuracy tolerance (+/- 3% ccw/cw) on them is better than most I've seen. I might check out home depot before I buy the one frome sears. I guy I know offered me a snap-on that's 25-250 ft/lbs for $100 I think that might be a decent way to go. Sockets aren't a problem I've got sereval sets of really high quality sockets. But, for this I'll prolly find the size I need then go buy a dedicated socket for the kit.
Thanks Austin, I was thinking of getting the digitork from Sears they accuracy tolerance (+/- 3% ccw/cw) on them is better than most I've seen. I might check out home depot before I buy the one frome sears. I guy I know offered me a snap-on that's 25-250 ft/lbs for $100 I think that might be a decent way to go. Sockets aren't a problem I've got sereval sets of really high quality sockets. But, for this I'll prolly find the size I need then go buy a dedicated socket for the kit.
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I think you are a bit more concerned than needed. I have played with this a bit. If your threads are done right and nice and tight you shouldnt see any difference in headspace from 20-100 lbs. Maybe .0002-.0005 which you are not going to tell the difference unless it wasnt done correctly in the first place? Just tighten it tight enough its not going to fall off and your good. expecially for a change barrel rig. You are probably going to change more dimentionally with the wear that you put on it taking it on and off then you will torquing it. That why on a change barrel rig less is more.
Jason
I think you are a bit more concerned than needed. I have played with this a bit. If your threads are done right and nice and tight you shouldnt see any difference in headspace from 20-100 lbs. Maybe .0002-.0005 which you are not going to tell the difference unless it wasnt done correctly in the first place? Just tighten it tight enough its not going to fall off and your good. expecially for a change barrel rig. You are probably going to change more dimentionally with the wear that you put on it taking it on and off then you will torquing it. That why on a change barrel rig less is more.
Jason
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: strictlyRUM</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I think you are a bit more concerned than needed. I have played with this a bit. If your threads are done right and nice and tight you shouldnt see any difference in headspace from 20-100 lbs. Maybe .0002-.0005 which you are not going to tell the difference unless it wasnt done correctly in the first place? Just tighten it tight enough its not going to fall off and your good. expecially for a change barrel rig. You are probably going to change more dimentionally with the wear that you put on it taking it on and off then you will torquing it. That why on a change barrel rig less is more.
Jason </div></div>
Jason and Austin thanks guys. I guess I'll just get a decent wrench and not stress about it.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: strictlyRUM</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I think you are a bit more concerned than needed. I have played with this a bit. If your threads are done right and nice and tight you shouldnt see any difference in headspace from 20-100 lbs. Maybe .0002-.0005 which you are not going to tell the difference unless it wasnt done correctly in the first place? Just tighten it tight enough its not going to fall off and your good. expecially for a change barrel rig. You are probably going to change more dimentionally with the wear that you put on it taking it on and off then you will torquing it. That why on a change barrel rig less is more.
Jason </div></div>
Jason and Austin thanks guys. I guess I'll just get a decent wrench and not stress about it.
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I have a Craftsman and it does just fine.
That being said (before I got my action wrench), my first Badger I tightened on with a bunch of padding and a pipe wrench. Shot lights out.
I have a Craftsman and it does just fine.
That being said (before I got my action wrench), my first Badger I tightened on with a bunch of padding and a pipe wrench. Shot lights out.
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The best way to go about it(at least in my opinion) is to let your smith know it is a change barrel set up and you will be changing barrels on it. They can then record the torque they use when headspacing and you just set your wrench to that. 3-5lbs either way will make NO difference. I just like to set a change barrel rig with less torque because of the on off factor. If it is never coming off you can get a monkey to hang off the wrench and never wory about it again.
Jason
The best way to go about it(at least in my opinion) is to let your smith know it is a change barrel set up and you will be changing barrels on it. They can then record the torque they use when headspacing and you just set your wrench to that. 3-5lbs either way will make NO difference. I just like to set a change barrel rig with less torque because of the on off factor. If it is never coming off you can get a monkey to hang off the wrench and never wory about it again.
Jason
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jasonk</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I have a Craftsman and it does just fine.
That being said (before I got my action wrench), my first Badger I tightened on with a bunch of padding and a pipe wrench. Shot lights out. </div></div>
That takes some "Stones"!!!
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jasonk</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I have a Craftsman and it does just fine.
That being said (before I got my action wrench), my first Badger I tightened on with a bunch of padding and a pipe wrench. Shot lights out. </div></div>
That takes some "Stones"!!!
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well I'm glad you got so much help. I was gonna get back to you and suggest Craftsman for the money and intended use. That snap-on with that much range is probably a smokin deal for $100 if it's not out of clibration.
well I'm glad you got so much help. I was gonna get back to you and suggest Craftsman for the money and intended use. That snap-on with that much range is probably a smokin deal for $100 if it's not out of clibration.
Re: Wrench for action wrench
Anybody know what brand torque wrench is in the AI barrel kit? Or a suggestion for a high quality wrench for swapping barrels on the Badger? I want a nice kit but Im not paying a grand for it just so it will say AI on it.
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You ought to see how much the go/no go gauges are.
Anybody know what brand torque wrench is in the AI barrel kit? Or a suggestion for a high quality wrench for swapping barrels on the Badger? I want a nice kit but Im not paying a grand for it just so it will say AI on it.
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You ought to see how much the go/no go gauges are.
Re: Wrench for action wrench
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Zak Smith</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The one in the AI kit is Norbar, FWIW. </div></div>
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Zak Smith</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The one in the AI kit is Norbar, FWIW. </div></div>
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